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Help Students Feel Safe in Challenging Times

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In an ever-changing world, students are frequently exposed to distressing news, shifting educational environments, and global uncertainties. As educators, you serve as a crucial filter through which students interpret the world around them. Creating a sense of safety, stability, and emotional resilience in the classroom is more important than ever. This session equips educators with practical strategies to support students’ well-being while fostering an environment of trust and security. By fostering a safe and supportive learning environment, educators empower students to build resilience, develop emotional intelligence, and engage in learning with confidence.

This class was originally created in response to the unique challenges educators faced after the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the principles and strategies shared remain relevant for supporting students and fostering a positive learning environment in any classroom setting.


After this Quick Video, you will be able to:

  • Apply approaches to develop perspective during difficult times – Learn how to help students navigate uncertainty and process current events in a healthy way.
  • Recognize symptoms of anxiety and stress – Identify key signs of stress in students and understand their emotional needs.
  • Understand the nature of trauma and the importance of mental health – Gain insight into the long-term impact of trauma on learning and behavior.
  • Implement practical strategies to support well-being – Discover the importance of routines, consistency, and classroom practices that foster emotional security.
  • Introduce and practice self-care strategies with students – Explore simple, research-backed techniques to promote mindfulness, gratitude, and self-regulation.

Be sure to review the handouts and email solutions@peaceathomeparenting.com with any questions.

In an ever-changing world, students are frequently exposed to distressing news, shifting educational environments, and global uncertainties. As educators, you serve as a crucial filter through which students interpret the world around them. Creating a sense of safety, stability, and emotional resilience in the classroom is more important than ever. This session equips educators with practical strategies to support students’ well-being while fostering an environment of trust and security. By fostering a safe and supportive learning environment, educators empower students to build resilience, develop emotional intelligence, and engage in learning with confidence.

This class was originally created in response to the unique challenges educators faced after the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the principles and strategies shared remain relevant for supporting students and fostering a positive learning environment in any classroom setting.


After this Quick Video, you will be able to:

  • Apply approaches to develop perspective during difficult times – Learn how to help students navigate uncertainty and process current events in a healthy way.
  • Recognize symptoms of anxiety and stress – Identify key signs of stress in students and understand their emotional needs.
  • Understand the nature of trauma and the importance of mental health – Gain insight into the long-term impact of trauma on learning and behavior.
  • Implement practical strategies to support well-being – Discover the importance of routines, consistency, and classroom practices that foster emotional security.
  • Introduce and practice self-care strategies with students – Explore simple, research-backed techniques to promote mindfulness, gratitude, and self-regulation.

Be sure to review the handouts and email solutions@peaceathomeparenting.com with any questions.

Helping Educators Support Student Success Help Students Feel Safe in Challenging Times
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Amy Alamar

School, Teens, Relationships,

EdD

Amy Alamar, Ed D has worked in the field of education as a teacher, teacher educator, researcher, parent educator, and education reformer for over fifteen years. She currently teaches graduate levels

Topics

  • character
  • college
  • connection
  • conversation
  • emotion
  • feelings
  • goals
  • graduation
  • home
  • identity
  • independence
  • motivation
  • news
  • relationship
  • safety
  • school
  • success
  • understanding
  • values

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